Community Support - Missouri Ozarks Community Donations Grant
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Required status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Other requirements
- To support event sponsorships and requests for program support for local Springfield, MO and surrounding Missouri Ozarks organizations.
Overview
The Missouri Ozarks Community Donations, led by Bass Pro Shops, aims to strengthen local nonprofits in the Springfield and Branson areas. By supporting initiatives that enhance community well-being and conservation efforts, this program invites municipalities and registered 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for grants of any amount. This funding initiative is part of a broader commitment to advocate for sustainable outdoor practices and community empowerment in the Missouri Ozarks.
Strengthening communities in the Missouri Ozarks through support of local nonprofit organizations located in Springfield, Branson and surrounding areas.
Background
Under the visionary leadership of founder Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s is leading North America’s largest conservation movement. Together with our partners in conservation, we’re positively shaping the future of the outdoors through donations, grant-making and advocacy.
Eligibility
Organization Eligibility U.S: Must be a municipality, public institution, or registered with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) or other 501(c) determination.To support event sponsorships and requests for program support for local Springfield, MO and surrounding Missouri Ozarks organizations.
What Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 126
- Total given
- $7.9M
- Median grant
- $15K
- Range
- $5,200–$750K
- By dollars: District of Columbia 16%, Montana 13%, Tennessee 10%. Top recipient cities: Washington, DC; Bozeman, MT; Missoula, MT.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 70% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Ducks Unlimited · Memphis, TN
Conserving wildlife and habitat
$750K
Congressional Sportsmen's Fnd · Washington, DC
Advocating for sportsmen's rights
$550K
National Fish Habitat Fund · Washington, DC
Conserving wildlife and habitat
$500K
National Wild Turkey Federation Inc · Edgefield, SC
Conserving wildlife and habitat
$500K
Rocky Mountain Elk Fnd · Missoula, MT
Conserving wildlife and habitat
$382K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Community services
- Environmental conservation
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